Instructor of Behavioral Science AD-1701-21

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT information. Learn more about this agency Duties Major Duties of the Position: The Department of Behavioral Sciences and Leadership seeks a talented behavioral scientist for a full time, non-tenure track Instructor position, anticipated to begin on or about July 01, 2026. Applicants must have completed at least a thesis-track terminal Master's degree requirements in Psychology, Sociology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, or a closely related field prior to the start date. DFBL integrates psychology, sociology, and leadership studies to prepare future Air and Space Force officers to lead in complex social and information environments. Faculty responsibilities include teaching, scholarship, and service. The Air Force Academy is an in person institution dedicated to high impact undergraduate education and leader development. Experience teaching undergraduates is desirable. Primary teaching responsibilities include courses in the candidate's disciplinary area, departmental service courses such as Introduction to Psychology, Introduction to Sociology, Research Methods, and contributions to interdisciplinary leadership curricula. Faculty typically teach three to four sections per semester with one to two preparations, emphasizing small class engagement and applied learning. The primary focus of Instructor positions is to sustain the department's teaching mission, but they may engage in or support research efforts such as peer reviewed publications and conference presentations, mentor undergraduate research, and pursue collaborative scholarship aligning personal expertise with departmental strengths. The department provides access to laboratory facilities and a participant pool to support research and teaching initiatives. We seek a colleague committed to service and to our academy's mission of developing leaders prepared to confront complex future challenges. Initial service responsibilities include academic advising, with opportunities for broader institutional and professional service as the faculty member progresses. The United States Air Force Academy is a selective four-year undergraduate institution whose graduates earn a Bachelor of Science degree and commission as officers in the Air or Space Force. Our 18,500-acre campus sits at the base of the Rocky Mountains just north of Colorado Springs, a city frequently ranked among the most livable in the nation. Salaries are competitive, include cost of living adjustments, and include non-teaching but in-person working summer months. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship is required The selected candidate will be subject to a security investigation leading to successful completion of a background investigation with a favorable adjudication. The selectee's failure to meet this requirement will be grounds for termination. Essential qualities expected of every faculty member include the personal attributes of integrity, industry, cooperation, initiative, and breadth of intellectual interests. Master's degree (see “Qualifications” for required academic disciplines) The salary shown is the minimum (Annual) amount to be paid and may be set higher commensurate with individual's qualifications and experience. If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/ As a condition of employment, male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information go to: http://www.sss.gov Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Master's Degree (or higher) in Psychology, Sociology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience or a closely allied field by the start date. ACADEMIC DISCIPLINES: Psychology, Sociology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience or a closely allied field DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Prior undergraduate teaching experience It is highly desired that your cover letter and/or curriculum vitae address the following areas, as appropriate: Teaching Accomplishments: Include teaching experience and teaching awards. Professional Accomplishments: Include research, consultations, publications, and awards. Inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Lt Col Erika King, email: [email protected]. Please do not email documents or completed applications to this address as they will not be considered. Education EDUCATION: If selected, you will be requested to provide original copies of ALL OFFICIAL transcripts for degrees being pursued or obtained (or letter of degree completion if an OFFICIAL transcript is not available due to recent graduation) to support your educational claims as stated in your curriculum vitae. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a transcript to be considered OFFICIAL, it should be printed on university letterhead and the registrar's official seal/signature must appear on the transcript. Your transcripts must also reflect the degree awarded/conferred date. Transcripts labeled UNOFFICIAL will not be accepted. Upon request, ensure you include ALL transcripts to support your educational claims as stated in your curriculum vitae (resume) even if not required for this position. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the educational requirements. However, you must show proof that the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying in the form of an "official" statement of U.S. equivalency from a Department of Education approved (non-federal) agency (i.e. AICE, NACES), who will complete a U.S. Standard of Education Conversion. Additional information The USAF Academy does not offer tenure. Initial faculty appointments are for 3 years. At the end of the second year, the original appointment may be extended for an additional 3 years (6 years total) with the possibility of successive extensions. This appointment system provides long-term employment stability for reappointment-eligible faculty with extensions occurring with at least 3 years remaining on a current appointment. Extensions are based on an assessment of performance, Air Force and departmental needs, and financial constraints. Historically, 95% of eligible faculty are extended, and the average length of time on faculty for those currently serving in this system exceeds 12 years. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required by PL 104-134 to have federal payments made by Direct Deposit. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the excepted service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition. Individuals who are eligible for Schedule A, 213.3102(u) appointments cannot be referred under the Air Force Selective Placement Program process for faculty positions. Schedule A applicants must apply via instructions in the "How to Apply" section and applications must be received by the closing date of the announcement. Late or incomplete application packages will not be considered. USAFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. Please ensure your application package DOES NOT CONTAIN ANY PHOTOGRAPHS, applications submitted with any documents that include photographs will not be considered. Applications submitted under this announcement will be considered ONLY for this vacancy. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. 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